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Meaning of thumb
thumb (n)
the thick short innermost digit of the forelimb
the part of a glove that provides a covering for the thumb
a convex molding having a cross section in the form of a quarter of a circle or of an ellipse
thumb (v)
travel by getting free rides from motorists
look through a book or other written material
feel or handle with the fingers
thumb (n.)
The short, thick first digit of the human hand, differing from the other fingers in having but two phalanges; the pollex. See Pollex.
thumb (v. t.)
To handle awkwardly.
To play with the thumbs, or with the thumbs and fingers; as, to thumb over a tune.
To soil or wear with the thumb or the fingers; to soil, or wear out, by frequent handling; also, to cover with the thumb; as, to thumb the touch-hole of a cannon.
thumb (v. i.)
To play with the thumb or thumbs; to play clumsily; to thrum.
thumb Sentence Examples
- The tailor had a remarkably deft thumb, effortlessly guiding the needle through the intricate fabric.
- My thumb was throbbing after accidentally hammering it during home renovations.
- The tiny child held their thumb in their mouth, seeking comfort and security.
- The clumsy juggler dropped the bowling pin, narrowly missing his thumb as it toppled to the ground.
- The hitchhiker extended their thumb, hoping for a ride to their destination.
- The chef carefully used their thumb and forefinger to knead the dough into a smooth ball.
- The burglar's fingerprint was smudged on the door handle, revealing a telltale thumbprint.
- The guitar player's thumb moved gracefully over the fretboard, plucking out intricate melodies.
- The painter's thumbs were stained with vibrant hues, a testament to their artistic passion.
- The doctor's thumb palpated the patient's stomach, searching for any abnormalities.
FAQs About the word thumb
the thick short innermost digit of the forelimb, the part of a glove that provides a covering for the thumb, a convex molding having a cross section in the form
hitchhike, bum,hitch,,hijack, stow away
study,study, pore (over), pore (over),,
The tailor had a remarkably deft thumb, effortlessly guiding the needle through the intricate fabric.
My thumb was throbbing after accidentally hammering it during home renovations.
The tiny child held their thumb in their mouth, seeking comfort and security.
The clumsy juggler dropped the bowling pin, narrowly missing his thumb as it toppled to the ground.
